Emotion Quotes

When I am in a good, sound rage, it is astonishing how calm I can be.
(Bulwer Lytton : 1803-73)

In the midst of great joy, do not promise anyone anything.
In the midst of great anger, do not answer anyone's letter.
(Chinese Proverbs)

Poetry is the spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings.
It takes its origin from emotion recollected in tranquillity.
(Wordsworth : Lyrical Ballads : Preface)

Within my earthly temple there's a crowd.
There's one of us that's humble, one that's proud.
There's one who's broken-hearted for his sins.
There's one who repentant sits and grins.
There's one who loves his neighbour as himself.
And one who cares for naught but fame and pelf.
From such perplexing care I would be free.
If I could once determine which is Me!
(Anonymous)